Caregiver / Personal Attendant / Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Thrive Support Services, Inc.; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Costco membership

Flexible spending account

Mileage reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Employer matching 401(k)

Job summary

Thrive Support Services, Inc. in Berkeley, CA is hiring dedicated Caregivers/Personal Attendants to provide compassionate care for individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, providing hands-on care, and light housekeeping. A year of caregiver experience, a valid driver's license, and CPR/First Aid certification are required. The position offers a hiring bonus of $600, health and dental insurance, a flexible spending account, and additional perks.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience as a caregiver or in-home aide, preferably with adults having developmental disabilities.
• Valid California Driver License and reliable vehicle.
• Pass DOJ fingerprinting/background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities such as dressing and grooming.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Provide hands-on care including bathing and dressing support.

Skills

Experience as a caregiver

High level of accountability

Dependability

CPR/First Aid certification

Valid California Driver License

Job description

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Hiring Bonus: $600 ( $200 after the first full week working with clients and $400 after completion of 90 days )

Location: Berkeley, CA

We are hiring for both full‑time and part‑time positions. Thrive Support Services, Inc. is looking for a dedicated Caregiver / Personal Attendant to provide compassionate care and assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities, empowering them through daily tasks and fostering independence.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities such as dressing, grooming, meal planning and preparation, medication administration and community outings.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Provide hands‑on care including bathing, dressing and toileting support.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and assist with mobility.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience as a caregiver or in‑home aide, preferably with adults having developmental disabilities.
• High level of accountability and dependability.
• Valid California Driver License and reliable vehicle.
• Pass DOJ fingerprinting/background check.
• Hold CPR/First Aid certification.
• Have TB test result.
• Valid auto insurance with $100,000–$300,000 bodily injury liability coverage.

Benefits Package

• $600 hiring bonus.
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Costco membership.
• Flexible spending account.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employer matching 401(k).

Full benefits package up to $12,000 available for all work levels. Benefits may vary based on job level and position.

About Our Organization

Thrive Support Services was founded in 2007 to help adults with developmental disabilities thrive in their own homes and chosen communities.